OSS 117 Is Unleashed (1963)
A review of “OSS 117 Is Unleashed” (1963) discussing the literary output of Jean and Josette Bruce, and how 117 predates 007.
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Night of the Juggler (1980)
A review of “Night of the Juggler” (1980) discussing its social commentary regarding class and race.
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Lúcio Flávio (1977)
A review of Lúcio Flávio (1977), examining the historical and political conditions of Brazil surrounding the events depicted in the film, and comparing Flávio to other similar figures who reside in that complicated space of being viewed as criminals by some and revolutionaries by others.
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The Female Animal (1958)
A review of “The Female Animal” (1958), Hedy Lamarr’s curtain call. Including some comments about story writer, Albert Zugsmith.
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Gone in 60 Seconds (1974)
A review of “Gone in 60 Seconds (1974) that explores its daring stunt work and its place in 1970s independent cinema.
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The Ceremony (1971)
A review of “The Ceremony” (1971) tracing its political themes of postwar Japan, generational conflicts, and search for identity while placing it in the context of Ōshima’s filmography.
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Death Rage (1976)
A review of “Death Rage” (1976) that examines its blend of crime, revenge, and genre style while comparing it to the more iconic poliziotteschi of the era.
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The Price of Fear (1956)
A review of “The Price of Fear” (1956) , exploring how circumstances beyond our control, and our reactions to them, can drastically change the course of our lives.
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A Hyena in the Safe (1968)
A review of “A Hyena in the Safe” (1968) that spotlights its rediscovery, mostly unfamiliar cast, and stylish early giallo twists in a tight heist thriller.
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An Appreciation of Plaza Theatre – Atlanta
An appreciation of Plaza Theatre – Atlanta, the longest continuously operating independent movie house in the city.
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Tura! (2024)
A review of “Tura!” (2024), a documentary about cult cinema icon, Tura Satana.
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Thunder on the Hill (1951)
A review of “Thunder on the Hill” (1951), looking at its place in Sirk’s oeuvre as transitional to his better-known melodramas.
